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Cheapest round-trip
$437
Typical prices: $437-$611
Southwest
Fri 10/23Fri 10/30
SEA - HNL • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$446
Typical prices: $477-$645
Alaska Airlines, Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/28Sun 10/4
SEA - HNL • Non-stop
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Delta offers free Wi-Fi; Hawaiian A321neo adds fast Starlink Wi-Fi.
Alaska Premium Class and Delta Comfort Plus add extra legroom on this route.
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Cheapest • Avg $467 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Honolulu (SEA-HNL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Seattle to Honolulu that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Honolulu

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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11:35 am - 9:25 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-HNL Honolulu
12h 50m2 stops Sacramento Intl San Diego
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8:15 am - 10:40 pmHNL  Honolulu-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
11h 25m1 stop San Jose
$437Southwest
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
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9:25 am - 9:25 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-HNL Honolulu
15h 00m2 stops San Jose San Diego
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9:55 pm - 11:50 amHNL  Honolulu-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 55m2 stops San Diego Oakland
$437Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 4
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12:20 pm - 8:56 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-HNL Honolulu
10h 36m1 stop Los Angeles
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8:00 am - 8:47 pmHNL  Honolulu-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 47m1 stop San Francisco
$437United Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17
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1:16 pm - 8:30 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-HNL Honolulu
9h 14m1 stop San Francisco
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7:55 am - 7:09 pmHNL  Honolulu-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
9h 14m1 stop Los Angeles
$437United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
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10:00 am - 9:33 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-HNL Honolulu
14h 33m1 stop Kona Intl
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9:20 pm - 6:11 amHNL  Honolulu-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 51mnonstop
$437Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:11 pm - 6:37 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-HNL Honolulu
15h 26m1 stop Lihue
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2:36 pm - 11:32 pmHNL  Honolulu-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 56mnonstop
$442Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 11:54 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-HNL Honolulu
6h 09mnonstop
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9:10 am - 11:59 pmHNL  Honolulu-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
12h 49m1 stop Kahului
$452Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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7:00 am - 11:10 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-HNL Honolulu
6h 10mnonstop
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4:46 pm - 6:00 amHNL  Honolulu-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
11h 14m1 stop Kahului
$452Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
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4:25 pm - 7:28 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-HNL Honolulu
6h 03mnonstop
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10:39 pm - 7:35 amHNL  Honolulu-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 56mnonstop
$476Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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4:36 pm - 7:48 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-HNL Honolulu
6h 12mnonstop
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11:40 pm - 7:35 amHNL  Honolulu-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 55mnonstop
$477Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Seattle to Honolulu flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle to Honolulu to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Seattle to Honolulu?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Seattle to Honolulu departing in November.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Honolulu from Seattle usually cost between $540 and $695 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $437 on United Airlines (Nov 3-Nov 4).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Honolulu?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Seattle to Honolulu clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Honolulu on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Seattle, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Honolulu?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Honolulu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Seattle to Honolulu is January, where tickets cost $371 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $656 and $645 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Seattle to Honolulu?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $522 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Seattle to Honolulu?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to Honolulu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Seattle to Honolulu, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Seattle to Honolulu

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines and SEA

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on HNL

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$248
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 23% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Seattle to Honolulu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle to Honolulu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Seattle to Honolulu: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Seattle to Honolulu 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2024
Bring your own food or eat before boarding. Get to that airport 3 hours early for a domestic flight, the TSC screening line was 45 minutes long and if you have to walk to the other side of the terminal you might have to run.
KathyFlew with Alaska Airlines-Sep 2024
Bring warm clothing, a blsnket, your own water to keep hydrated.
MelissaFlew with Alaska Airlines-May 2024
Bring your own snacks because they will not feed you any kind of a big meal and it’s five hours. It’s a long time to wait without food. You do get a pretzel bag and a cookie and two drinks but that’s not enough.

FAQs for booking flights from Seattle to Honolulu

  • How do I get from Honolulu airport to downtown Honolulu?

    The bus routes 19 and 20 go to Honolulu downtown and depart every 30m from the airport building. Tickets cost approximately $2.50, but bear in mind that bulky luggage may not be permitted on the bus. If you’ve got lots of luggage, you can also take the Roberts Hawaii Express Shuttle, which is an on-demand service. Tickets cost approximately $17 and the fee includes two pieces of luggage per person.

  • Is there a hotel close to Honolulu airport?

    The Airport Honolulu Hotel is only a 15-minute walk from the hotel, or you can take the public buses, which also stop in front of it and reduce that time to less than 5m. This 3-star accommodation also provides a business center, a swimming pool, and a gym, as well as airport shuttle services at a surcharge. A bit more upmarket is the Best Western Plaza, which is equally well-equipped.

  • What is there to do with children at Seattle-Tacoma Airport?

    Traveling with kids can be exhausting, but with the wide range of entertainment available at Seattle-Tacoma airport, children can find many fun things to do. Regular live music acts are performed in all corners of the airport, so you may want to check the website schedule before your flight from Seattle to Honolulu.

  • Can I park long-term at Seattle-Tacoma Airport?

    Should you wish to drive to the airport in your own car, you can park it for an affordable rate at the General Parking lot at levels 1-3 and 5-8. The daily rate to park here is approximately $30, but a full week only costs $140.

  • Can I breastfeed my baby at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)?

    Yes, you can breastfeed your baby at SEA. The airport has designated nursing rooms and trained staff to offer support for breastfeeding mothers. To pump or breastfeed your child in SEA, look for one nursing suite near Alaska Airlines in Concourse N. There are nursing rooms in Concourse A and Concourse D and single-user nursing pods in Concourse C, A, and S.

  • What is the easiest way of traveling to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)?

    The easiest way to get to SEA is via Sound Transit’s Link Light Rail. The Light rail operates from SeaTac City through downtown Seattle all the way to the University of Washington. The Airport Station light rail is connected to the airport parking garage via a 0.3 miles-covered walkway. Trains run frequently around every 15 minutes at most.

  • Does Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) support travelers with disabilities?

    Basically, your airline will coordinate wheelchair services from the time you get to the airport all the way to departures. Also, the SEA Prospect Airport Program offers complimentary wheelchair service to travelers with disabilities. In case of a non-visible disability, you can request free Sunflower lanyards before the security desks located at checkpoints 4 and 3.

  • Are there family amenities at the Honolulu International Airport (HNL)?

    HNL features over 6 accessible unisex restrooms to help rejuvenate after the flight. Some are located in Terminal 1, level 2 between lobbies 2 and 3. There are also lactation pods for a private space for breastfeeding and pumping, located in terminal 1&2.

  • Can I leave my luggage at Honolulu International Airport (HNL)?

    Yes, there are luggage storage lockers at HNL, located in front of the carousel in the baggage claim area of Terminal 2. The storage lockers are open from 8:00 am – 9:00 pm. Note that you can only leave your luggage here on a short-term basis.

  • Is there a lounge for Military travelers at Honolulu International Airport (HNL)?

    Yes, there is a USO lounge that is dedicated to the Military and their dependents. The USO Hawaii Lounge is located between baggage claims E and F on the Ground level. The lounge operated between 08:00 am and 11:59 pm. You can enjoy services like showers, a children's play area, Wi-Fi, a TV screen, and food & drinks.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Seattle to Honolulu?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Seattle to Honolulu was $248 for a one-way ticket and $437 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Seattle and Honolulu?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Seattle to Honolulu?

    Alaska Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Seattle to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Seattle to Honolulu?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Seattle to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Seattle to Honolulu?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Seattle and Honolulu, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Seattle to Honolulu?

    There are nonstop flights from Seattle to Honolulu on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Seattle to Honolulu, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Seattle to Honolulu are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $566 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $493 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle to Honolulu?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Seattle to Honolulu.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Seattle to Honolulu?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Honolulu from Seattle is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Seattle to Honolulu?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Honolulu with an airline and back to Seattle with another airline. Booking your flights between Seattle and HNL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Seattle to Honolulu?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Honolulu from Seattle up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Seattle to Honolulu

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $334 or less one-way and $501 or less round-trip.
  • Save time and energy and fly nonstop from Seattle to Honolulu. Various airlines like Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta Air fly directly between the two cities, which promises a smoother travel experience.
  • When flying with Delta or Alaska Airlines, you can benefit from the airlines’ lounges at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). There are various Alaska lounges available, one at Concourse D, Gate D1, another at Concourse C opposite Gate C16. These lounges also provide entry passes at the front door for approximately $50. The Delta Lounge is only restricted to Delta flyers and is located at the Rooftop Level close to Gate S-9. Delta economy passengers pay approximately $60 to access the lounge.
  • Conveniently wrap up your meetings at Seattle-Tacoma airport before your flight from Seattle to Honolulu. The airport’s Conference Center is located only a few steps from the gates in the pre-security area and as various meetings rooms ranging from small to spacious.
  • Hawaii’s rich culture is well represented at the Daniel K. Inouye Honolulu International Airport (HNL). Throughout the terminal you will find cultural exhibits ranging from murals to sculptures and art. Between Lobbies 5 and 6, you will also find an enormous mosaic mural commemorating Hawaii’s statehood.
  • Explore Honolulu and other destinations of choice in the vicinity with a rental car for flexibility. At Honolulu International Airport, you will find six car rental agencies like Budget, Enterprise, or National, whose registration counters are situated in the Baggage Claim area. The rental car offices are located in the parking garage of Terminal 2.
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Honolulu International Airport (HNL) are the airports for Seattle-Honolulu flights. SEA is the primary airport for Seattle, and HNL is the major airport serving Honolulu. Alaska offers the most flights, with Hawaiian Airlines, Delta, and United also flying regularly.
  • We recommend choosing airlines that use sustainable aviation fuel to fly from Seattle to Honolulu. Alaska Airlines are known to feature eco-friendly flights that can reduce carbon footprint by up to 38%. That way, you help offset the average CO₂ emissions of  2,089 per person associated with this route.
  • Break your long flight with layovers and enjoy multiple destinations in one trip. Some popular layovers along Seattle to Honolulu flights include San Francisco (SFO), Los Angeles (LAX), and Kona Intl (KOA). The airlines that make one or more stops include United Airlines and American Airlines.

Prefer to fly direct from Seattle to Honolulu?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Honolulu.
Find which airlines fly direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Honolulu Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Honolulu

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Honolulu to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Other airlines flying from Seattle to Honolulu

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